In search of the best pizza in the Smokies Pizza is a culinary oasis on vacation. It is the answer to every dining conundrum. Got a group who can’t decide on what they want? Pizza. Do you have a picky eater? Tired, hungry, and need something that can be delivered quickly and still be good? Pizza. And many of today’s pizza
Does Dollywood’s All-you-care-to-eat family-style restaurant live up to the hype? I’ve had a standoff-ish relationship with Dollywood’s signature dining experience. Yet, it is ranked by USA Today as a Top 10 theme park restaurant in the country. It’s not because I don’t like it. I get why USA Today ranked it so, though I might quibble slightly. I have a
Local lists best dinner shows in the Smoky Mountains Sure, Vegas has Usher and Sting, and Broadway has some musicals based on Disney properties. But none of them have what we have in Pigeon Forge: Dinner shows with comedic musicals based on real-life events, feats of aerobatics, equine-based stunts and more – all delivered with a delicious multi-course meal. My
The top five ways to successfully navigate getting successful gifts in the mountains There are two reasons to do your Christmas shopping in the Smokies and only two. The first is the opportunity to find insane deals. The second? The Smokies offers a unique opportunity to find something that stands out, something you can’t find at WalMart or Target or
A local’s guide to the best breakfast in Pigeon Forge The Pigeon Forge dining scene is ever-growing, ever evolving. We’ve got gorillas and pigeons selling tacos now, so pretty much the sky is the limit. But breakfast? Ah my friends, breakfast is the last bastion of traditionalism in an ever changing world. Bacon. Biscuits. Sausage. Pancakes. That’s the menu for approximately
Every November, the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee kick off Winterfest and the region fills up with millions of lights. This season, the Pigeon Forge Winterfest lights are on Nov. 6, 2026, through Jan. 31, 2027, and Gatlinburg’s Winter Magic runs Nov. 5, 2026, through Feb. 15, 2027. Visitors and guests from all over come to visit and enjoy the
A Smoky Mountain local offers recommendations for Christian shows in Pigeon Forge Various church-centered conventions bring in thousands of young and faithful each year to worship, praise and enjoy bond-building fun in the tourist-friendly small towns. Religious attractions have always played a big role in the fabric of the area. But the face of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge is ever-evolving.
Harpoon Harry’s offers a wide variety of seafood dishes and Sushi: An honest review Located right in the bend of the strip, just as you get ready to enter the proper cruising section of Pigeon Forge sits Harpoon Harry’s, which has been delivering a wide variety of seafood dishes to its patrons for more than a decade. Opinions vary widely
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals wants twin bears Daisy and River released to a sanctuary I’ll say this for the people of the mountains: we’ve come a long way. Some may think it’s an overstatement. Others may think it’s not far enough. But my memory goes back to the days that businesses in the region used live bears
When is the Pigeon Forge Rod Run in the Smoky Mountains? The Smoky Mountain Rod Run in Pigeon Forge is a hugely popular car show that normally takes place twice annually in the spring and in the fall. The 3-day event features a huge swap meet, a car corral and cash prizes. It attracts thousands of automobile enthusiasts, hot rod